Laborer, Track

Churchill Downs Incorporated; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Churchill Downs Incorporated seeks a Track Laborer to support track and stable area maintenance. You will assist the Track Foreman and Superintendent in keeping tracks and back areas clean and ready, and operate maintenance equipment and vehicles.

You will collaborate with the Track Manager on watering, mowing, and general upkeep, including trimming, painting, and lighting tasks as needed. A valid KHRC racing license is required upon hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain KHRC racing license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with move and install horse track railing.
• Assist with weed control and mowing as directed.
• Assist with cleanliness of the property and trash disposal.
• Assist with manure pit cleanup and maintenance.
• Work with Track Manager to keep track watered and maintained.
• Assist with general property maintenance (painting, light fixtures).
• Assist with upkeep of dorms and stable areas.
• Operate power washers and backpack blowers for exterior surfaces.

Skills

Manual transmission driving

Use of power tools

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Hand drills

Power saws

Cutting tools

Screwdrivers

Hammer

Pliers

Mowers

Tractors

Roller

Dump truck

Skid steer

Forklift

Snow blowers

Chain saws

Electric clippers

Power washers

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

A Track Laborer reports directly to the Track Foreman. The incumbent assists the Track Foreman and Superintendent in the cleanliness and readiness of both Tracks including the stable/barn back side. Operates Track Maintenance equipment and vehicles.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with move and install Horse track railing.
• Assist with weed control and mowing as directed.
• Assist with the cleanliness of the property by picking up and dispose of trash.
• Assist with picking up and maintain all manure pits.
• Work collaboratively with the Track Manager with keeping the track watered and maintained.
• Assist with general maintenance on property. (i.e., painting, cleans light fixtures and replace light bulbs, etc.)
• Assist with upkeep of Dorms and stable areas.
• Operate power washers and backpack blowers to maintain exterior surfaces.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Hand and power tools (e.g., hand drills, power saws, cutting tools, screwdrivers, hatchets, wrenches, measuring tape, hammer, and pliers).
• Operate vehicles and powered equipment, such as mowers, tractors, roller, dump truck, skid steer, forklift, twin-axle vehicles, snow blowers, chain saws, electric clippers, power washers, sod cutters and pruning saws, etc.
• Be able to drive a vehicle with a manual transmission or have the aptitude to learn.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a racing license through Kentucky Horse Racing Commission (KHRC).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

• Requires the ability to balance/climb, bend over, hear, stand, walk and drive 51-100% of the time.
• Requires the ability to crouch/stoop, kneel, reach overhead, talk, turn/twist and repetitive use of hands 25-50% of the time.
• Requires the ability to push/pull 1-25 lbs. 51-100% of the time; 25-50 lbs. 25-50% of the time; and 50+lbs. 1-24% of the time.
• Requires the ability to carry1-25 lbs. 51-100% of the time; 25-50 lbs. 25-50% of the time; and 50+lbs.
• Requires the ability to lift 1-25 lbs. 51-100% of the time and 25-50+ lbs. 25-50% of the time.
• Requires the ability to slide/transfer 1-25 lbs. 25-50% of the time and 25-50+ lbs. 1-25% of the time
• This position works indoors and outdoors with moderate loud noise and occasional exposed to (e.g. fumes, gas, odors, dust, mists, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, heights, cramped quarters, oil, cold and warm temperatures, rain, snow, sleet, ice, grease and dirt).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Work With Us

Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.